Distracted Driving
A brief gaze at a vehicle accident, a look down to try to read a map, a routine cell phone conversation — these all have the potential to cause a deadly truck accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 6 to 8.3 million drivers crashed in the past five years as a result of being distracted. Distracted driving is receiving increasing attention from both the media and legislators, but there is still a long way to go before drivers are fully aware of the hazards involved. Large vehicles require 20-40% more stopping distance, and when a driver’s attention is diverted from the roadway ahead of the vehicle, even that distance may not be enough. Traumatic injury or fatality can be the tragic end result. This course examines the problem of distracted driving and offers solutions and prevention measures for avoiding accidents due to distracted driving. Recent case studies are also presented along with a discussion of the lessons that can be learned from each.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What operational challenges does this course address?
This course addresses recognizing and avoiding distracted driving behaviors, such as cell phone use, eating, or other multitasking behind the wheel related to Distracted Driving. A brief gaze at a vehicle accident, a look down to try to read a map, a routine cell phone conversation — these all have the potential to cause a deadly truck accident.
What real-world situations or incidents is this training designed to prepare personnel for?
The training is designed to prepare personnel for distraction-related crashes and near-misses caused by divided attention behind the wheel associated with Distracted Driving. A brief gaze at a vehicle accident, a look down to try to read a map, a routine cell phone conversation — these all have the potential to cause a deadly truck accident.
What safety or compliance concerns does this course help organizations address?
This course helps organizations address organizational driving-policy compliance and liability exposure tied to on-the-job vehicle use tied to Distracted Driving. It supports stronger awareness, more consistent practices, and better day-to-day decision-making on the road.
Which personnel or departments would benefit most from this training?
This training is most relevant for any employee who operates a vehicle as part of their job duties, along with fleet and risk management staff, along with departments seeking to strengthen knowledge, consistency, and role-specific readiness connected to Distracted Driving.
How can this course support department readiness, consistency, or professional development?
This course can support department readiness and professional development by reinforcing safe driving habits and reducing preventable on-the-job crashes related to Distracted Driving.
How does this course fit into a broader training program?
This course fits well within a broader training program focused on a broader organizational driver safety and fleet risk-reduction program. It can be used to reinforce core concepts, support refresher training, and strengthen ongoing workforce development.
